Cerro Hoya National Park
Conservation Travel & Jungle SafariA jungle expedition for wildlife and nature lovers with strong visual immersion and direct connection to the last primary forest remnant in Azuero.General Information
Cerro Hoya: Dry Forest Patrol & Great Green Macaw Protection
Embark on a mission where exploration transforms into active conservation. Our expedition takes you to the frontline of Panamanian wildlife defence.
Join our patrols in the rare dry forests of Cerro Hoya to track and protect the Azuero Great Green Macaws (Ara ambiguus). This is not a simple guided tour; it is a specialized field expedition designed to collect vital data in territories where every observation is critical for the continued survival of these majestic birds.
The Expedition
This safari offers a truly off-the-beaten-path dry tropical forest experience. Listen to the call of howler monkeys and enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean heading toward Cerro Hoya, while participating in exploration activities focused on Great Green Macaws and the appreciation of Azuero's unique landscape.
The expedition begins at Hotel Heliconia on the west coast of the Azuero Peninsula. Cerro Hoya is one of the last remaining remnants of mature dry forest in the region and is home to birds, reptiles, amphibians, monkeys, and endemic species within an exceptional conservation landscape.
What is included?
- Guided expedition to monitor Great Green Macaws
- Two guides (local and expert)
- Private 4x4 vehicle
- Transportation: Santiago - Palmilla - Cerro Hoya
- Internal transfers according to the itinerary
- Accommodation (single or double occupancy)
- 2 nights at Hotel Heliconia
- Meals: Breakfast, picnic-style lunch, and dinner
- Snacks and drinks
- Birding equipment: Binoculars and spotting scope
- Solar charging stations
- Satellite communication kit (Starlink)
- Medical first-aid kit
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Tips for local guides (discretionary)
- Personal equipment
- Any activity or accommodation outside itinerary
Highlights
Jungle trekking to understand Cerro Hoya ecosystems and wildlife.
Birdwatching focused on Great Green Macaws and Azuero Parakeets.
Opportunity to observe the unique Azuero Spider Monkey.
Optional hummingbird extension (3 days / 2 nights) to cloud forest habitats.
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